Statement by Mayor Gutierrez Regarding the
First Reported Coronavirus-related
Death in Moreno Valley

“We have received confirmation from Riverside County Public Health that a member of our community has succumbed due to the effects of coronavirus. I am sure all Moreno Valley residents join me in offering condolences to this person’s family and friends.

“We expected that coronavirus would eventually claim lives in our City, but each loss is a unique and tragic event that affects many people.

“This battle has just begun, and we are all called upon to fight it as hard as we can. Please continue to do the things we know work and we will save lives: Stay home, practice social distancing, and wash hands regularly.

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